Protests Erupt Over Hul Diwas Stage Dismantling in Jharkhand
Police fired tear gas and used batons against protestors in Jharkhand's Bhognadih, where district authorities allegedly dismantled a stage set up to commemorate Hul Diwas. The confrontation occurred ahead of an official function marking the tribal rebellion led by Sido and Kanhu Murmu against British rule. Government and opposition figures responded to the incident.
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A tense confrontation unfolded in Jharkhand's Bhognadih on Monday, as police resorted to tear gas and baton charges to disperse protestors angered by the dismantling of a stage for Hul Diwas, officials said.
The scuffle erupted when members of local groups sought to honor the tribal rebellion led by icons Sido and Kanhu Murmu independently from government programs. Authorities cited a need for control, claiming protestors attacked with bows and arrows, leading to clashes.
Political leaders expressed differing views on the clash, with BJP's Babulal Marandi condemning the police action as autocratic, and Deputy Commissioner Dipika Pandey Singh suggesting a potential conspiracy. The festivities continued under police supervision, as tributes were paid to the rebellion's leaders.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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